Standing Woman Holding a Scroll

About this work

This sketch shows a woman standing with one arm raised, holding a scroll in her hand. Her hair is loose, and she’s dressed in a flowing robe that looks like it’s made of fabric. The background is plain, focusing all attention on her pose. The artist used quick brushstrokes and a mix of brown and white to give the figure life. The paper has a blue tint, which makes the dark lines stand out even more. Next, check out how artists used gouache to create bold, flat colors in their sketches.